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Job Opportunity: Contract Utility Forester:ACRTincJob description:Job InformationContract Utility ForesterBack to listTitle Contract Utility Forester Organization ACRTinc Job detail About The Team At ACRT, we put safety first. Beyond that, our culture always has been, and always will be, about one thing: people. It’s about our employees, our customers, and the communities our customers serve. We empower the best people to help sustain our world. We’re the only independent national vegetation management consulting firm — giving us the freedom to put our clients first. We’re always looking for driven individuals with good customer service expertise who love the outdoors and appreciate the support and independence we provide. We offer qualified training opportunities in areas where they are needed to help our customers reach their fullest potential, preparing them for what their work throws at them. About the function The Consulting Utility Forester (CUF) 1 reports to the Senior Consulting Utility Forester at ACRT Inc. This position will play a key function in identifying, inspecting, and evaluating trees and brush along utility lines and submitting inspection results to clients with recommendations. This position plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of assigned tree clearance crews. This position requires a love of working outside, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communications expertise. What You’ll Do Vegetation Inspecting & Management » Identify and inspect local trees with an knowledge of growth rates » Map circuits using client continuity lists » Patrol and investigate distribution and/or transmission circuits and prescribed work to be performed by client tree trimming contractors » Enter tree trimming/tree and brush removal prescription into hand-held computer or other similar systems, and uses computers and connected software to execute tasks » Notify property owners of tree trimming/tree and brush removal work to be performed relating to client specifications » Manage the issuance of work and track work progress » Perform outage investigations, when necessary » Discusses and negotiate line-clearance crew access issues » Perform herbicide audits » Assist with storm restoration efforts Tree Trimming Assessments » Audit tree trimming and tree removal work completed by the tree trimming contractor in the field to ensure compliance with work request forms and approved tree trimming » Determine when the next tree trimming is required » Complete post audit forms indicating adequacy of the tree trimming and tree removal work, and forward the completed forms to the vegetation management program manager or coordinator Maintain State, Local, & Organizational Compliance » Obtain permits from public agencies and documents work » Comply with all regulatory requirements and client vegetation management standards » As requested by the Senior CUF or Manager, perform all necessary tasks for emergency response in conformity with all safety requirements, law and regulations, and applicable labor agreements » Adhere to all attendance and work hour requirements » Conduct work in a safety-conscious manner as not to endanger themselves or others » Wear safety-related equipment such as hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, etc » Know and exemplify ACRT’s Guiding Principles Positively Build Upon New & Existing Relationships » Serve as a liaison between clients, tree crews, and client customers » Display optimism about the work to be done and demonstrate a positive attitude towards customers, peers, and the company » Maintain working relationships with local client personnel as well as all significant federal, state and local governmental agencies » May be required to participate in public presentations and meetings Other tasks as assigned. this function would not be a good fit if: » You do not enjoy working independently or working outdoors » Are not comfortable driving a pickup truck or 4x4 off-road vehicle » You do not have the capability to calmly communicate with customer conflicts Employee Training » Employee will need to obtain an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certification as an Arborist within thirty (30) months upon being assigned as a CUF » All employees are required to take an online safe driver course and safety training. Drug/Alcohol Testing:? » Drug/alcohol testing is required? Where We Work » Employees will take their company provided vehicle to where they need to report for the day. They will generally not need to report to an office. Benefits Health and Safety » Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options offered » Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term discapability » Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Savings Account with company match » Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members Retirement » Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost » Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match Time Off » Paid Vacation » Paid Holidays » Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans Perks » Company vehicle and gas card » Meal and travel per diems (allowances) » Boot allowance » Certification reimbursement program income Range Disclaimer The base income range represents the low and high end of the ACRT income range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to customer contact terms, location, practice, and performance. Other compensates may include Paid Time Off, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, ESOP contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and other region-specific benefits as eligible. income Range Transparency For candidates residing in New Jersey, the income range for this function is from $25 min to $30 max. We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental discapability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, Contact Us by us by email at hr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or candidates because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or candidates as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or candidates to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Qualifications About You Must haves: suitable education Associates Degree in Forestry or Horticulture practice: Two years of related utility practice. Must be 21 years of age or older. Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Nice to haves: suitable education Bachelor's Degree in Forestry or Horticulture practice: . ISA Arborist Certification preferred Your expertise: capability to lgain and use company or job-specific software systems Proficiency with Microsoft Office [Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook] or similar software suite capability to identify local trees and knowledge of growth rates capability to work in rugged terrain and inclement weather capability to read and follow maps capability to drive and operate a 4x4 vehicle Self-starter with excellent interpersonal expertise, capability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team Excellent communication expertise, comfortable interacting with senior management, customers, and clients Demonstrated critical thinking expertise and capability to exercise good judgement to make good business decisions Knowledge of vegetation management and herbicide use is a plus Knowledge of electric utility facilities and hardware is a plus income $25 to $30 an hour Job Type Full Time Entry Level Location Newton, New JerseyUnited States Posted on 2024-06-13 Expires on 2024-08-12 Desired Start Date Not provided How to submit the application: To be considered, please complete your application on our Employer Website: https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ACRT_Careers/details/Contract-Util ity-Forester---Newton--NJ_R6696 Skills:
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